In a rather interesting turn of events, the Angel Reese vs. Caitlin Clark story just keeps going on. Their clash during the NCAA Tournament Championship last season set the tone for how they reacted to each other.
Well, the reactions mainly came from Angel Reese during the game. However, it seems the taunts have not stopped. Now, Reese siding with Sheryl Swoopes is seen by WNBA fans as a swipe at Clark. This is after Reese congratulated Clark for her record-setting achievement a week ago.
Sheryl Swoopes came out to dampen the expectations fans have of Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese as they are scheduled to enter the WNBA. Even though Reese was also included in that rant by Swoopes, it seems Clark’s fans were not happy with Swoopes’ comments.
Fans of Caitlin Clark were pictured at the Iowa Hawkeyes game last week wearing t-shirts that read “Don’t be a Sheryl.” Reese used the opportunity to diss Clark by wearing a “Be a Sheryl” hoodie to Monday night’s game.
Subtle, but impactful is the way Angel Reese is using her ways to diss Clark. After all, she used Clark’s use of the “You can’t see me” gesture in the semi-finals last year against her in the finals.
Reese flashed the ring gesture to Clark during the final moments of the game to add insult to injury. These taunts not only started the rivalry but also helped boost Reese’s image.
The Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese saga might rekindle if they meet again in the finals. But if it does not happen and both of them choose to go to the WNBA, the fireworks will continue. Unlike college basketball, in the WNBA, they are sure to play against each other every year.
WNBA fans loving the Angel Reese vs. Caitlin Clark story
Angel Reese and her LSU Tigers inflicted defeat on Caitlin Clark and her Iowa Hawkeyes in the finals. That, and the jibes from Reese, seem to have affected Clark. She looks like she is out to prove a point this year with her all-out performances, breaking records along the way.
The Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark rivalry continues, WNBA fans go wild with latest taunt (image via Open Source/X)However, this came at an opportune time to remind fans of what their true feelings are. Hence, fans could not hold themselves back from sharing their two cents on this topic.
Sharing a wide spectrum of reactions online, here’s what fans have to say:
I see you’ve joined Sheryl’s racism club, Angel! Have you met Jay Williams yet? I hear he’s VP!
— Kirk’s Evil Twin (@tory4heisman) February 20, 2024
The “Congratulations Caitlin” tweet was a failed PR stunt.
— Hoes for the Hawks (@HawkeyeHoes69) February 20, 2024
Lol yes i love it… keep the trolling back and forth
— Justin Frost (@frostycakes89) February 21, 2024
they’re bashing a white player pain and simple when these 2 would get beaten by my nephew’s high school team Columbus Explorers their ranked number 1 in the country. to bash someone for their skin color and agenda when you really on the scale of things are mediocre players.
— joncc1701e (@AboutTrek) February 21, 2024
Jealousy is just an awful trait 😂
— Ricky boy (@Rickybo60614362) February 20, 2024
Clark wants to avenge that pain by trying for the NCAA Tournament trophy that is eluding her illustrious college basketball career so far. If this rivalry goes on for round two this year, expect fireworks.
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